Senior Associate

Senior Associate (Audit) The Senior Associate (Audit) is in charge of audit engagements. Applies knowledge of GAAP to oversee all stages of audit using firm-approved audit methodology. Trains, supervises, and reviews work of others. Must be technically competent in audits, reviews, compilations and preparation of financial statements. Essential Functions: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the job requirements. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Auditing and Financial Reporting: Plans and executes audit engagements Participates in engagement planning Performs risk assessments Performs analytical reviews Documents internal controls and performs tests of controls Plans substantive work Performs substantive testing and supervises others Drafts financial statements Documents control deficiencies Drafts other client deliverables Performs compilation, review and preparation engagements Client Relationship Management: Clearly communicates recommendations verbally and in writing Builds client relationships Successfully identifies accounting, business, and tax issues/opportunities and develops solutions/recommendations Administrative Tasks: Participates in recruiting Works independently with a minimum of supervision Follows all policies and procedures established by firm Enters time daily to ensure current and accurate tracking of hours Assigns hours to each client to ensure accurate billing Follows safety rules according to firm Injury and Illness Prevention Program (IIPP) Marginal Functions: Accepts special projects as assigned Job Requirements: To perform this job successfully, the individual must possess the following education, licenses and certifications, experience, and skills. Education: Minimum Education (or substitute experience) required: Bachelor's Degree in Accounting; MBA a plus. Licenses and Certifications: CPA certification (preferred) Experience: Minimum Experience required: 3+ years audit experience Technical Skills: Strong understanding of accounting theory and accounting practices Strong understanding of the rules, regulations, and code of conduct Working knowledge of the auditing guidance utilized by the firm Strong attention to detail Strong organizational skills Strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel including advanced Excel functions Comfortable working under pressure, multi-tasking and meeting deadlines Interpersonal Skills: High level of enthusiasm to work collaboratively in a team environment to meet and exceed expectations for internal and external clients Self-motivated, adaptable, able to work with minimal direction in a high pressure environment Works independently and is self-motivated to complete tasks and assignments with a minimum amount of supervision and is flexible to accept tasks and projects Upholds the professional standards of conduct for respectful behavior and demonstrates a high degree of personal integrity What we offer: Competitive compensation Unlimited PTO for qualified employees! Generous health and welfare benefits Focus on work/life balance Flexible schedules Opportunity to work with a friendly and supportive team Strong mentoring program with a focus on the success of each team member The compensation for this position ranges from $70,000 - $110,000. Actual compensation will be dependent upon the individual's qualifications, experience, skills, licensure, and certifications. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hutchinson and Bloodgood LLP